Laboratory Safety Officer
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Job Vacancy > Laboratory Safety Officer
Location > Dar Es Salaam
Position Type > Full Time
Organization Type > NGO -
KNCV
Application Deadline: 19 Aug 2016
Laboratory Safety Officer POSITION DESCRIPTION:
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation is an international non-profit organization dedicated to the fight against tuberculosis (TB), the most deadly infectious disease in the world.
KNCV is an international center of expertise for TB control that promotes effective, efficient, innovative and sustainable tuberculosis control strategies in a national and international context. We are an organization of passionate TB professionals, including doctors, researchers, training experts, nurses and epidemiologists. We aim to stop the spread of the worldwide epidemic of TB and to prevent the further spread of drug-resistant TB.
Over the past century we have built up a wealth of knowledge and expertise, initially by successfully controlling TB in the Netherlands. Since the 1970s, we have also shared our knowledge and expertise with the rest of the world. We operate from a central office in The Hague in the Netherlands, a regional office in Central Asia and country offices worldwide. KNCV raises funds from private, institutional, corporate, and government donors.
Challenge TB
KNCV is the lead partner in Challenge TB, the new USAID-funded 5-year global program to decrease TB mortality and morbidity in high burdened countries. We lead an international consortium with eight partner organizations: American Thoracic Society (ATS), Family Health International (FHI 360), Interactive Research & Development (IRD), Japanese Anti Tuberculosis Foundation (JATA), Management Sciences for Health (MSH), Program for Appropriate Technology in Health (PATH), The International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union), and the World Health Organization.
The overarching strategic objectives of Challenge TB are to improve access to quality patient centered care for TB, TB/HIV, and MDR-TB services; to prevent transmission and disease progression; and to strengthen TB platforms.
Purpose of the job
The Laboratory Safety officer is responsible for ensuring that the laboratory has a safe environment for all the staff, visitors and patients. In consultation with management, the Safety Officer will develop, maintain, and implement an effective laboratory safety program. The role of the Laboratory Safety Officer is key to the overall safety of patients and staff within the facility.
Position in the organization
The Laboratory Safety Officer reports to the KNCV Laboratory technical Officer
Profile
As a laboratory Safety Officer you will:
Develop, ensure implementation and maintain the Safety Manual
Maintain an accident/incident log
Train staff in medical laboratory safety and first aid provision
Ensure availability of Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE)
Review the Safety Manual annually to ensure continued suitability
Organize the training of all staff on use of fire extinguishers
Organize and facilitates fire drills
Conduct safety inspections on an annual basis
Integrate safety into laboratory operations and promote safe work practices based on regulatory requirements and best management practice guidance
Assist CTRL in performing risk assessments and makes recommendations on appropriate lab safety practices.
Monitor safety events and reports to management
Ensure safe and appropriate disposal of laboratory waste on a daily basis
Ensure that all staff members receive education and orientation on facility safety issues
Compile a list of all hazardous materials, chemicals and reagents used at CTRL, followed by Material Safety and Data Sheets (MSDS) for each hazardous substance.
Conduct regular audits in all laboratory departments using an audit check-list appropriate to the needs of the laboratory
Report of all incidents, injuries, accidents and occupational illnesses in accordance with Infection Prevent guide lines and / ISO standard
Prepare and conduct Lab Safety training including biological, chemical, general, and physical protection in laboratories, hazardous materials shipping, and other customized trainings.
Prepare, update and draft policies, guidelines, and procedures for biological, chemical, and physical hazards and processes.
Identify unsafe practices and potential hazards, suggest and / or reporting them to management for corrective actions
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Head CTRL.
Who are we looking for?
Education
Degree in Medical Laboratory Science plus two years post qualifying experience.
Registered with Tanzania Health Laboratory Practitioners Council
Training in Medical Laboratory Safety
Basic First Aid training will be an added advantage
Knowledge and experience
A minimum of 5 years’ work experience in a similar position
Experience in developing and implementing policies regarding safety procedures for use in the laboratory.
Knowledge of MSOffice, Publisher and computer based laboratory information systems.
Experience in developing and presenting training programs and preparing manuals and documentation.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Swahili
Behavioral skills
Able to take initiative
Multi-tasking and able to meet deadlines in time
Able to cope with stress
Strong interpersonal skills
Eye for detail
What does KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation offer?
A full time( 40 hours) fixed-term contract for a year, with the intention to extend the contract;
An informal work atmosphere in an international environment where initiative is appreciated;
A highly-motivated team of experienced, self-driven colleagues;
The salary is dependent upon education and relevant working experience;
KNCV Tuberculosis Foundation has its own Employment Conditions Scheme;
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
You can apply for this position via APPLY NOW button below, which will take you to our site. Deadline is 19th of August 2016. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us by clicking SHOW NUMBER or send an email.
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